Ranked among the top 10 childcare centers in Escondido. Fewer than half of all centers in the city reach this level across our full 11-dimension scoring.
Best for Safety
Earned the highest safety score in Escondido. Our safety dimension weighs inspection history, deficiency records, and parent-reported safety culture across reviews.
Best Infant Care
Earned the highest infant care score in Escondido. This dimension focuses on caregiver ratios, responsiveness, feeding and sleep routines, and parent feedback specific to infant rooms.
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Escondido Community Child Development Center is a nonprofit provider with over 50 years of continuous service to Escondido families, operating at 819 W 9th St with a CCLD license (372005139) for 77 children ages 4 months through 5 years. As a state-funded center, it offers subsidized childcare designed for low-income working families and students, making it a critical access point for families with economic constraints. Parent reviews reflect consistent satisfaction—88% recommend on Facebook and the center maintains a Charity Navigator 3-star rating, indicating responsible nonprofit stewardship. Hours are Monday–Friday 6:30 am to 5:30 pm with Site Supervisor Eunice Herrera; prospective families should note that state funding brings standard enrollment eligibility requirements.
Safety5.0
Curriculum6.0
Art / Music5.0
Infant care6.0
Kindergarten readiness5.0
Teacher quality6.0
Compassion6.0
Management5.0
Culture6.0
Extracurriculars5.0
Programs & curriculum
What sets it apart: Hours: Monday-Friday 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Site Supervisor: Eunice Herrera.
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Best for Safety
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Best Infant Care
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